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Ongoing - Wed. & Sat. Forrest County Farmers Market Hattiesburg’s oldest market since 1947 is open every Wednesday and Saturday from 7 a.m. to noon at 1200 Corrine Street.
This indoor facility provides easy parking and accessible shopping for locally grown produce, home-baked goods, and handmade crafts regardless of the weather.
It remains a staple for the community, offering a wide variety of Mississippi-made products from local vendors and artisans. For more details, call 601-545-6082.
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Sept. 17th-23rd Hattiesburg Chapters of the Daughters of the American Revolution Announce that Constitution Week is celebrated nationwide from September 17–23.
This observance highlights the importance of the United States' foundational document in shaping the country.
Citizens are encouraged to take time during this week to read and learn about their constitutional rights and responsibilities.
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Sep. 19th South Mississippi Home School Festival Takes place from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. at 301 San Antonio Street in Hattiesburg.
The festival will include a car show, talent contest, and hot dog eating contest.
For more details, text 601-325-6791.
Deadline to enter your car in the car show is September 11, 2026; find out how at the Google Form link just below this sentence.
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Sep. 19th Benefit Turkey Shoot Starts at 1 p.m. at 326 Poole Creek Road (Laurel, 39443); an auction follows.
There will also be great prizes, food, and more. Proceeds benefit the medical expenses of Lt. Tony Stiles, who was severely injured in the line of duty in 2012.
For more details, call 601-422-9985 or 601-470-1666.
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Sep. 25th MSU Pine Belt Master Gardeners: 2026 Fall Garden Day
Themed "Falling Back to Our Roots," the event takes at the Lamar County Community Shelter in Purvis. Registration starts at 8:30 a.m., program begins at 9 a.m.
Special guests include Robert Martinez on “The History of Heirloom Bulbs” and Dr. Sherry Bell on “Forgotten Foods: Identifying Wild Edible Foods in Your Backyard.”
Attendees can also browse plant sales hosted by the Master Gardeners and various local vendors throughout the event.
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Sep. 25th Medicare Seminar Hosted by Forrest Health and Hattiesburg Clinic, the seminar takes place from 1 p.m. until 3:30 at FGH's cafeteria meeting rooms.
The seminar will cover Medicare changes, changes to drug plans, the best practices and how caregivers can help.
RSVP by calling 601-288-8119.
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Oct. 3rd Carnes Volunteer Fire & Rescue Department Is having the 2026 South Forrest Old Country Picnic at Carnes Community Center (1193 Carnes Rd.) from 9 a.m. until 4 p.m.
There will be a bounce house, pig chase, train ride, cake walk, games, a raffle, food and craft vendors, and much more.
There will also be a blood drive in honor of fallen brothers and sisters.
For more details, call 601-731-4488.
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Oct. 3rd Oktoberfest 2026 Takes place from 11 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Saint John Lutheran Church, located at 2001 Hardy Street in Hattiesburg.
There will be authentic German food, live music, a quilt raffle and more. Proceeds benefit local and international missions.
For more details, contact the church at 601-583-4898.
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Oct. 4th Bible Baptist Church: Ralph Yawn Heroes Day The church will honor first responders in the Hattiesburg and Petal areas during its 10 a.m. worship service at 728 South Main Street in Petal. For more details, call the church at 601-946-8537.
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Editor's Note
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